Home Health Aide Jobs in Martinsburg, WV

A Home Health Aide (HHA) plays a pivotal role in the nursing industry by providing personal care to patients who require assistance with daily tasks within their homes. HHAs often work with the elderly, the chronically ill, and those recovering from injury or surgery who may be unable to care for themselves. They assist with activities such as bathing, dressing, meal preparation, medication management and sometimes, transportation to medical appointments. They also monitor patients' vital signs, illness symptoms, and physical and emotional well-being, providing a critical link between the patient and the healthcare team.

Key skills that a Home Health Aide should possess include compassion, patience, good communication and interpersonal skills, physical stamina, and a strong sense of responsibility. Additionally, they must be trained in basic emergency response and understanding of safety and sanitation procedures. Certification requirements may differ by location, but most HHAs should have a high school diploma, complete a state approved training program and pass a competency examination. Prior to becoming a Home Health Aide, one might have held positions such as a personal care aide, nursing assistant, or a caregiver, roles that involve direct care provision and allow for the accumulation of relevant experience.

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Direct Support Professional

  • Sevita
  • Martinsburg, WV
  • 17 days ago
  • Martinsburg, WV
  • 17 days ago

REM Community Services, a part of the Sevita family, provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Here we believe every person has the right...

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VA Papermill day shift

  • Sevita
  • Winchester, VA (23 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 16 days ago
  • Winchester, VA (23 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 16 days ago

ResCare Community Living, a part of the Sevita family, provides quality services that empower individuals, enhance independence, and help people live well. Since 1974, weve supported individuals...

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23 Yr Old Autistic Adult Caregiver Needed

  • Winchester, VA (23 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 5 days ago
  • Winchester, VA (23 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 5 days ago

Seeking attendant who can be available 7 days a week, for up to 28 hrs of work. Pay will be $13.88/hr. Will need to follow plan of care/ISP extensively. Background check will be completed. Please...

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DSP/Caregiver. Paid training. MALE STAFF ONLY

  • A & T Health Care Inc
  • Purcellville, VA (23 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 12 days ago
  • Purcellville, VA (23 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 12 days ago

*Ability to provide basic care, personal care, and hygiene. *Ability to teach clients eating, bathing, dressing, grooming, and other self-care skills....

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Caregiver for Elderly at Home

  • Home Helpers of Martinsburg
  • Martinsburg, WV
  • 30+ days ago
  • Martinsburg, WV
  • 30+ days ago

Responsibilities: Provide personal care and assistance with daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing, and grooming Assist with meal preparation, grocery shopping, and household chores Engage...

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Home Care Aide

  • Home Helpers of Martinsburg
  • Shepherdstown, WV (8 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Shepherdstown, WV (8 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 30+ days ago

Responsibilities: Provide non-medical care and support to clients in their homes, including assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, and grooming Assist clients with...

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Home Care Aide NEEDED For Elderly Female In Martinsburg, WV

  • Care Planning Institute
  • Martinsburg, WV
  • 30+ days ago
  • Martinsburg, WV
  • 30+ days ago

We are in need of a Personal Care Aide to assist one of our clients who is an elderly female and needs some help with bathing, dressing, grooming, and walking - to stay independent at home....

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RN / Registered Nurse - Home Health - PRN

  • Res-Care, Inc.
  • Hagerstown, MD (17 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hagerstown, MD (17 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 30+ days ago

Our Company Adoration Home Health and Hospice Overview Are you a Registered Nurse looking for a new opportunity? Adoration Home Health is seeking a passionate, dedicated Home Health RN to join our...

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Registered Nurse - Home Health - NWV - Per Diem

  • Valley Health
  • Martinsburg, WV
  • 45+ days ago
  • Martinsburg, WV
  • 45+ days ago

Department NWV HOME HEALTH - 517151 Worker Sub Type Per Diem Work Shift Pay Grade Job Description The registered professional nurse is responsible for utilizing job skills to effectively carry out...

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Caregiver

  • Priority Life Care
  • Martinsburg, WV
  • 45+ days ago
  • Martinsburg, WV
  • 45+ days ago

Full-time and part-time positions! At Priority Life Care (PLC), we believe everyone deserves dignity, compassion, and respect, including our coworkers. If you are looking to serve and make a...

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Direct Support Professional - Overnight Living Coach

  • Grafton Integrated Health Network
  • Winchester, VA (23 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Winchester, VA (23 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 45+ days ago

Promotes good nutrition and, in group homes, assists with meal preparation. Provides transportation / community mobility....

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Direct Support Professional - Residential Instructor

  • Grafton Integrated Health Network
  • Winchester, VA (23 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Winchester, VA (23 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 45+ days ago

Residential Instructor - Children's Services Care with Purpose - Make a Difference That Matters At Grafton Integrated Health Network, we're guided by a shared purpose: helping individuals with...

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Direct Support Professional - Overnight Residential Assistant

  • Grafton Integrated Health Network
  • Winchester, VA (23 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Winchester, VA (23 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 45+ days ago

Promotes good nutrition and, in group homes, assists with meal preparation. Provides transportation / community mobility....

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Caregiver

  • National Lutheran Communities & Services
  • Winchester, VA (23 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Winchester, VA (23 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 90+ days ago

What You'll Do Assist clients with daily living activities (bathing, dressing, grooming, and more). Support safe mobility and transfers....

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Direct Support Professional - Community Living Coach

  • Grafton Integrated Health Network
  • Winchester, VA (23 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Winchester, VA (23 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 90+ days ago

Promotes good nutrition and, in group homes, assists with meal preparation. Provides transportation / community mobility....

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Demographic Data for Martinsburg, WV

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Martinsburg, WV

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Highest Education Level

Home Health Aides in Martinsburg, WV offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
26.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
21.6%
High School or GED
20.5%
Associate's Degree
18.2%
Master's Degree
8.7%
Some College
1.8%
Doctorate Degree
1.5%
Some High School
0.8%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Home Health Aides in Martinsburg, WV
Less than 1 year
39.1%
None
31.2%
1-2 years
23.5%
2-4 years
6.1%


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